Chemical Processing Quality Engineer

Company Profile Universal Machining Industries, Inc. (UMII), located in Muenster, Texas, is a manufacturing organization dedicated to value-added CNC milling and CNC turning processes and assemblies. UMII utilizes state-of-the-art machine tool technology along with experienced personnel to produce machined components and assemblies for the Aerospace and Defense Industries. UMII has been in business for 26 years and is expanding our capabilities to include chemical processing. This will include Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection, Anodize, Chemical Film, Primer and Painting. UMII is seeking to add to our team an experienced Chemical Process Quality Engineer to support this new endeavor. Position Summary The Chemical Process Quality Engineer will focus on the technical requirements of NADCAP Chemical Processing, Chemical Film, Priming, Painting and Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection at Universal Machining Industries, Chemical Processing Facility. Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and maintaining compliance with NADCAP audit criteria.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining customer specific certifications.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and process control plans.
• Define and maintain quality procedures and inspection methods.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NADCAP, AS9100, REACH, RoHS, OSHA) and company safety standards.
• Support during audits (NADCAP, AS9100, customer specific).
• Assist in setup of Global job routers and work orders.
• Assist in setup and operation of Anoplex software and modules.
• Develop training requirements, implement training schedule, and perform required training for chemical processing.
• Assist the Maintenance Department to develop and implement equipment maintenance schedules.
• Develop and track quality metrics to ensure compliance and drive improvement.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and RCCA.
• Operate within our existing Quality Management System.
• Interpret company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Preferred Skills Experience with NADCAP-accredited processes. Knowledge of environmental regulations related to chemical handling and waste treatment. Prior experience working with chemicals in a safe manner is a plus. Prior experience conducting manual & automated titrations, PH measurements & other process metrics to maintain process chemistry. Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering or related field preferred. 2-5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering, preferably in aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing. Strong understanding of surface treatment processes such as anodizing, chemical film coatings, chemical etching & cleaning processes. Excellent communication, project management, and team collaboration skills.

Working Conditions :

This position typically spends 50% of work time on the production floor and 50% of work time in an office environment. Intermittent exposure to moderate noise in an indoor manufacturing environment. Occasional travel to customer facilities, vendor & training sites required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds on an intermittent basis. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and work at heights on an intermittent basis. Requires hand manipulation including simple grasping, pushing, and pulling of materials. Must be able to reach and work above and below the shoulder level. Must be able to work with and around forklifts and hazardous machinery. Must be able to wear all the required Personal Protective Equipment.

Job Type:

Full Time/Salary Position Must be authorized to work in the

United States Background Check Required Pay:

From $100,000/year

Benefits:

Competitive Salary 401(k) with match Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Vacation pay Holiday pay Personal time off

Pay:

From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Chemical Process Engineering:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person